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Calculus III Course Outline - Spring 2025

The Math 209-X01-Calculus III course at the University of Alberta covers topics such as partial differentiation, multiple integration, and vector field theory, with prerequisites including MATH 101 and MATH 102. The course includes various assessments such as lab quizzes, online assignments, a midterm, and a final exam, with a grading scheme that ranges from A+ for 95% or higher to D for 50% or higher. Students are expected to adhere to academic integrity policies and are encouraged to seek accommodations through the Academic Success Centre if needed.

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Calculus III Course Outline - Spring 2025

The Math 209-X01-Calculus III course at the University of Alberta covers topics such as partial differentiation, multiple integration, and vector field theory, with prerequisites including MATH 101 and MATH 102. The course includes various assessments such as lab quizzes, online assignments, a midterm, and a final exam, with a grading scheme that ranges from A+ for 95% or higher to D for 50% or higher. Students are expected to adhere to academic integrity policies and are encouraged to seek accommodations through the Academic Success Centre if needed.

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University of Alberta

Department of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences

Math 209-X01-Calculus III


Spring 2025 Course Outline

Course Instructor: Meymanat Farzamirad


Office: CAB 421
Email: meymanat@[Link]
Office Hours: Monday, Wednesday 5:30 pm-6:30 pm, ETLC E1-007
Lecture Room & Time: MTWR, 6:30pm-7:50pm, ETLC E1-007

Please state your full name, course when emailing.

Course Website (eClass): [Link]

Course Description: Partial differentiation, derivatives of integrals. Multiple


integration using rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates. Vector Field
Theory

Course Prerequisites:
MATH 101. Prerequisite or co-requisite: MATH 102.
Notes: Restricted to Engineering students. Non-Engineering students who take
this course will receive *3.0.

Course Objectives and Expected Learning Outcomes:

Students should be able to:


• Plot level curves and surfaces for functions of two or three variables.
• Evaluate limits of functions of two or more variables.
• Calculate tangent lines and planes to surfaces.
• Understand the concepts of differentials and chain rules for functions of
several variables.
• Calculate the rate of change of a function in any direction.
• Maximize and minimize functions using techniques such as Lagrange
multipliers.
• Calculate double and triple integrals using Cartesian, cylindrical and
spherical coordinates.
• Apply multiple integrals to evaluate centers of mass and moments of
inertia.
• Apply multiple integrals to evaluate volumes and surface area.
• Apply line integrals to evaluate centers of mass, moments of inertia, and work.
• Understand the physical significance of divergence and curl.
• Represent surfaces in parametric form and evaluate surface integrals.
• Understand the significance of advanced theorems such as Green's theorem,
the Divergence and Stokes' theorems.

Learning Resources:

1. We strongly recommend the text:


”Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 9th Edition”, by James Stewart
(the text recommended for Math 100/101).
The 8th Edition of the book also can be used.

The publisher has created a course page for your MATH 209 course with information and
resources to help those of you who would like to use the digital textbook. You’ll find important
information about the registration process as well as answers to FAQs.
Registration Instructions
[Link]

2. Math 209 Lab Manual, 3rd ed., version 2.2 by H. Kharaghani, T. Hohn, and E. Woolgar,
2012.
Lab manuals are available online through this portal:
[Link]
sciences

Text Sections
Syllabus:
1. Chapters 14: 14.1-14.8
2. Chapter 15: 15.1-15.8
3. Chapter 16: 16.1-16.9

Grade Evaluation: The course mark will be calculated based on the following
breakdown:
Course Component Weight of Total Mark Date
3 Lab Quizzes 10%, all 3 Quizzes count See Lab Quizzes schedule

5 Online Assignments 7.5%, all online Assignments See Online Assignments


will count schedule

3 Written Assignments 7.5%, all written assignments See Written Assignments


will count Schedule
Midterm 25% Monday, May 26
Final Exam 50% Thursday, June 12

Note: The date of the final examination is set by the Registrar and takes precedence over the
final examination date reported in this document. Students must verify this date on Bear
Tracks when the Final Exam Schedule is posted.

Approximate grading scheme:


• Grade of A+ for total achievement of 95% or higher
• Grade of D or better for total achievement of 50% or higher
• Splits for other grades: approximately evenly spaced between the cut offs for A+ and F.

Written homework assignments: There will be 3 written homework assignments for a combined
weight of 7.5% toward your final grade. Written homework packages provide an important
opportunity for you to practice course content. Their due dates are available on the Class Schedule.
You need to submit your work online via the Assign2 online grading system.

Labs: 50-minute lab units will accompany this course, approximately two per week. There will be
3 lab quizzes, see Lab Quizzes Schedule on the main page. The combined weight of lab quizzes is
10% toward your final grade. Your TA will inform you in the lab in advance of the quiz if there are
changes. The first lab will be on Thursday May 8th.

Online Assignments: there will be 5 online assignments. The combined weight of online
assignments is 7.5% toward your final grade. These online assignments will be administered
through eClass quizzing system. There is no additional cost, and there is no need to register with
any 3rd party provider.

Midterm Exam: We will have one midterm exam with a weight of 25% toward your final grade.

Final Examination: there will be a final examination, with a weight of 50% toward your final
grade. Format of midterm and final exams will be announced. Sample midterm and final exams
from previous years will be posted on eClass as soon as relevant material has been or will soon be
covered in class.
Further Information:

Missed Assignment/Lab: Failure to submit an assignment/project on time will result in a


mark of zero

Missed Term Work or Final Exam Due to Non-Medical Protected Grounds (e.g., religious
beliefs):
When a term assessment or final exam presents a conflict based on non-medical protected
grounds, students must apply to the Academic Success Centre for accommodations via their
Register for Accommodations website. Students can review their eligibility and choose the
application process specific for Accommodations Based on Non-medical Protected Grounds.

It is imperative that students review the dates of all course assessments upon receipt of the course
syllabus, and apply AS SOON AS POSSIBLE to ensure the timely application of the
accommodation. Students who apply later in the term may experience unavoidable delays in the
processing of the application, which can impact the accommodation.

Missed Midterm: A student who cannot write the midterm due to incapacitating illness,
severe domestic affliction or other compelling reasons can apply for an excused absence. To
apply for an excused absence, the student must present supporting documentation pertaining to
the absence to the instructor within two working days following the scheduled date of the
missed term work, or as soon as the student is able. In the case of an incapacitating illness,
either a medical note or a statutory declaration (which can be obtained at the student's Faculty
Office) will be accepted.
There is no deferred midterm exam. If you miss it and have a valid reason for doing so,
the weight of the midterm will be transferred to the final exam; i.e., the weight of your
final exam will be 75%. An excused absence is a privilege and not a right; there is no
guarantee that an absence will be excused.
Misrepresentation of Facts to gain an excused absence is a serious breach of the Code of
Student Behavior.

Missed Final Examination: A student who cannot write the final examination due to
incapacitating illness, severe domestic affliction or other compelling reasons can apply for a
deferred final examination. Students who failed at the start of term to request exam
accommodations for religious beliefs are expected to follow the normal deferred final
examination process. Such an application must be made to the student's Faculty office within
48 hours of the missed examination and must be supported by a Statutory Declaration (en lieu
of a medical statement form) or other appropriate documentation (Calendar section 23.5.6).
Deferred examinations are a privilege and not a right; there is no guarantee that a deferred
examination will be granted.
Misrepresentation of Facts to gain a deferred examination is a serious breach of the
Code of Student Behavior.

Deferred final exam: Thursday, June 19, 2023. The time and the place TBA.

Re-examination: A student who writes the final examination and fails the course may apply
for a re-examination. Re-examinations are rarely granted in the Faculty of Science. These
exams are governed by University (Calendar section 23.5.5) and Faculty of Science
Regulations (Calendar section 192.5.9). Misrepresentation of Facts to gain a re-examination is
a serious breach of the Code of Student Behavior.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Academic Integrity: The University of Alberta is commi9ed to the highest standards of academic
integrity and honesty. Students are expected to be familiar with these standards regarding
academic honesty and to uphold the policies of the University in this respect. Students are
par@cularly urged to familiarize themselves with the provisions of the Code of Student Behavior
(online at [Link]) and avoid any behavior which could poten@ally result
in suspicions of chea@ng, plagiarism, misrepresenta@on of facts and/or par@cipa@on in an
offence. Academic dishonesty is a serious offence and can result in suspension or expulsion
from the University. All forms of academic dishonesty are unacceptable at the University. Any
suspected offence will be reported to the Faculty of Science. Anyone who is found in viola@on of
the Code of Students Behaviour may receive a sanc@on. Typical sanc@ons include conduct
proba@on, a mark reduc@on or a mark of 0 on an assessment, a grade reduc@on or a grade of F
in a course, a remark on the transcript, and a recommenda@on for suspension or expulsion.
Students are expected to familiarize themselves with the Academic Integrity resources (covering
the topics of chea@ng, collabora@on, plagiarism, and substan@al assistance) on the website of
the Office of the Dean of Students.

Exam Conduct: Your student photo iden@fica@on is required at exams to verify your iden@ty.
Students will not be allowed to begin an examina@on aSer it has been in progress for 30
minutes.
The format of the exams will be announced at least one week before the exam date.
You will be asked to submit an Image of your One Card and sign an Academic Honesty
Declara@on recognizing parameters of the exam.

Recording and/or Distribution of Course Materials:


Audio or video recording, digital or otherwise, of lectures, labs, seminars or any other teaching
environment by students is allowed only with the prior written consent of the instructor or as a
part of an approved accommodation plan. Student or instructor content, digital or otherwise,
created and/or used within the context of the course is to be used solely for personal study, and
is not to be used or distributed for any other purpose without prior written consent from the
content author(s).
Students Eligible for Accessibility-Related Accommoda8ons:

In accordance with the University of Alberta’s Discrimina@on, Harassment, and Duty to


Accommodate policy, accommoda@on support is available to eligible students who encounter
limita@ons or restric@ons to their ability to perform the daily ac@vi@es necessary to pursue
studies at a post-secondary level due to medical condi@ons and/or non-medical protected
grounds. Accommoda@ons are coordinated through the Academic Success Centre, and students
can learn more about eligibility on the Register for Accommoda@ons website.

It is recommended that students apply as early as possible in order to ensure sufficient @me to
complete accommoda@on registra@on and coordina@on. Students are advised to review and
adhere to published deadlines for accommoda@on approval and for specific accommoda@on
requests (e.g., exam registra@on submission deadlines). Students who request accommoda@ons
less than a month in advance of the academic term for which they require accommoda@ons
may experience unavoidable delays or consequences in their academic programs, and may need
to consider alterna@ve academic schedules.

Academic Support Centre: Students who require additional help in developing strategies for
better time management, study skills or examination skills should contact the Academic
Support Centre (2–300 Student Union Building).

Disclaimer: Any typographical errors in this Outline are subject to change and will be
announced in class.

Common questions

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Students missing assignments or exams due to valid reasons like illness or severe domestic issues can apply for excused absences or deferred examinations, providing appropriate documentation. For missed midterms, the weight is transferred to the final exam upon proof of valid reasons. Deferred final exams require application to the student's Faculty office. However, such absences are privileges, not guarantees, and any misrepresentation to secure them is a severe behavioral infraction .

Students must have completed MATH 101 and have either completed or be concurrently enrolled in MATH 102. Additionally, the course is restricted primarily to Engineering students; Non-Engineering students will receive 3.0 credit units if they enroll .

Students unable to attend the final exam due to compelling reasons, such as serious illness, can apply for a deferred exam with supporting documentation submitted to their Faculty office within 48 hours. Approval for a deferred exam is a privilege, and there is no assurance of approval, highlighting the importance of timely and honest application. Misrepresentation in the application is against the Code of Student Behavior and could lead to severe penalties .

Students facing assessment conflicts due to non-medical protected grounds must apply to the Academic Success Centre for accommodations through the Register for Accommodations website. Timing is critical; students should proactively apply early to ensure adequate processing time, thereby mitigating potential delays in accommodation implementation .

Multiple integrals are significant for computing areas, volumes, and other measures in varied coordinate systems, offering real-world applications like evaluating centers of mass and moments of inertia. Vector field theory is crucial for understanding divergence and curl, which have physical implications in fluid dynamics and electromagnetism. These topics form a foundational aspect of understanding multivariable calculus and its applications .

During examinations, students must present their student photo identification to verify their identities. Examinations begin promptly, and students cannot enter after 30 minutes. Students must submit a One Card image and sign an Academic Honesty Declaration, reaffirming compliance with academic integrity standards. This tight structure assures adherence to academic conduct and secure examination environments .

Students are recommended to use 'Calculus: Early Transcendentals, 9th Edition' by James Stewart, or the 8th edition as an alternative. Additionally, the Math 209 Lab Manual is available online. These resources are supplemented by a dedicated course page by the publisher with registration instructions and FAQs. These materials support a comprehensive understanding of the course content .

Students must adhere to high standards of academic integrity entailing honesty and avoidance of cheating, plagiarism, misrepresentation of facts, or any offense under the Code of Student Behavior. Breaches may lead to sanctions such as grade reductions or even suspension and expulsion. Academic honesty is crucial, and students are encouraged to utilize academic integrity resources from the Office of the Dean of Students to understand the provisions and consequences surrounding violations .

Students in the Calculus III course should be able to plot level curves and surfaces for functions of two or three variables, evaluate limits of functions of more than one variable, calculate tangent lines and planes to surfaces, understand differentials and chain rules for multivariable functions, calculate the rate of change in any direction, maximize and minimize functions using techniques such as Lagrange multipliers, calculate double and triple integrals using various coordinate systems, and apply these integrals to evaluate centers of mass and moments of inertia, along with understanding the significance of theorems like Green's, Divergence, and Stokes' theorems .

The grading scheme for the Calculus III course includes 10% from lab quizzes, 7.5% from online assignments, 7.5% from written assignments, 25% from the midterm exam, and 50% from the final exam. A grade of A+ is awarded for 95% or higher, while a D or better requires 50% or higher. The distribution between grades is approximately evenly spaced, emphasizing a diverse balance of assessments contributing to the final grade .

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